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Delegate Phil Hernandez @philforvirginia.bsky.social · 24d

We had a stellar canvass launch followed by great conversations with voters in Norfolk’s 94th District. Key issues today: taking care of our veterans, protecting Medicaid & SNAP, safeguarding reproductive rights, and supporting public education.

Early voting starts on Friday!

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Delegate Phil Hernandez @philforvirginia.bsky.social · 29d

Link to the op-ed is here: richmond.com/opinion/colu...

Commentary: How Trump's budget bill deserts veterans, and their families

Here’s the bottom line: H.R. 1 creates barriers that will take food and health care away from those who have served this country in uniform, and their families.

richmond.com

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Delegate Phil Hernandez @philforvirginia.bsky.social · 29d

In the Richmond Times Dispatch today:

A joint op-ed authored by me and Delegate Michael Feggans explaining how Trump's cuts to SNAP and Medicaid will do harm to Virginia's veterans & military families.

Link to the op-ed is here: https://richmond.com/opinion/column/article_8c8803ab-87ec-4bd0-9ff9-17c47ce928eb.html

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Delegate Phil Hernandez @philforvirginia.bsky.social · Aug 23

Our family is honored to be on the September 2025 cover of Ocean View Living! Just look at those kiddos😍

As locals know, our little corner of the world is special. Sara and I are proud to be raising our daughters here. And I’m thankful to represent and serve our community in the House of Delegates.

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Delegate Phil Hernandez @philforvirginia.bsky.social · Aug 16

Thank you so much — for helping out and for opening your amazing shop for our shoot!

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Delegate Phil Hernandez @philforvirginia.bsky.social · Jul 19

We had a ball at Harbor Park — thanks to everyone who came out to support us last night!

The majority runs through the 757! ⚾️

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Delegate Phil Hernandez @philforvirginia.bsky.social · Jul 8

Here’s some fun news!

Proud to share that I was nominated & chosen as a 2025 States Project Fellow, a leadership development program convening a small group of state legislators from across the US each year. I’m headed to Philly to listen, learn, & bring back good ideas for Norfolk & Virginia!

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Delegate Phil Hernandez @philforvirginia.bsky.social · Jul 4

Happy Independence Day — and cheers to all those who are engaged in the necessary, ongoing work to realize the promise of America. 🇺🇸

I was delighted to join the 20th Annual 4th of July Parade in East Beach this morning!

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Delegate Phil Hernandez @philforvirginia.bsky.social · Jul 3

Thanks to Dave & Nancy King for hosting an event in East Beach yesterday in support of my reelection campaign. I’m grateful for all of my supporters! While there is great frustration about the chaos & cruelty in DC, let me tell you — Virginia is going to send a message to the nation this November!

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Michael C Merritt @mikecmerritt.bsky.social · Jun 19

It’s nice to bump into friends at the Ocean View Business Association meeting this morning at CoVa. @philforvirginia.bsky.social saved me a seat :)
#OV
#OVBA

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Delegate Phil Hernandez @philforvirginia.bsky.social · Jun 3

Here’s a fun fact: Keyshawn has tied the boxing legend Oscar De La Hoya for the third-fewest fights needed to secure a lightweight championship. Go Norfolk!

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Delegate Phil Hernandez @philforvirginia.bsky.social · Jun 3

Well that was fun! This afternoon, Sen. Angelia Williams Graves and I, along with most of the Norfolk delegation, presented a joint commending resolution to Keyshawn Davis, a Norfolk native & the current lightweight world boxing champion.

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Delegate Phil Hernandez @philforvirginia.bsky.social · Jun 3

I’m excited that Del. Bonita Anthony also received the same award for her tremendous leadership on environmental justice issues. Norfolk is leading the way!!

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Delegate Phil Hernandez @philforvirginia.bsky.social · Jun 3

Did you know? In my first term, 4 of the 10 bills I passed into law focus on protecting our environment & helping us build a clean energy future. Thanks to the Va League of Conservation Voters for recognizing this work and presenting me with a 2025 Legislative Leadership Award!

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Delegate Phil Hernandez @philforvirginia.bsky.social · May 26

At the 3rd annual Memorial Day Parade organized by the Larchmont Edgewater Civic League, Del. Anthony & I presented a resolution commending the civic league for “honoring active duty service members, veterans, and those who have given their lives in defense of the nation.” 🇺🇸

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Delegate Phil Hernandez @philforvirginia.bsky.social · May 23

Now THAT was a town hall!

We had nearly 100 people in attendance & we returned ~$3,000 worth of unclaimed property to Norfolk residents! Thanks to our terrific special guests & everyone who showed up last night!

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Delegate Phil Hernandez @philforvirginia.bsky.social · May 19

Yet another reason to join our town hall this Thursday! We start at 6pm at Pretlow Library in OV.

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Delegate Phil Hernandez @philforvirginia.bsky.social · May 9

I’m honored to receive this recognition from @virginialcv.bsky.social!

In my 1st term, I’ve passed several laws to help lower energy bills & protect the environment:

⏰ HB 855: expanded application window for families to get help paying heating & cooling bills

🔋HB 862: supported adoption of new technologies to make our electric grid more efficient

🌊 HB 1458: created a new chief resilience office to help Virginia plan for sea level rise / stronger storms / a changing climate

💵 HB 2346: establishes the largest pilot program in the country to help families and businesses put power back onto the grid and get paid

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Delegate Phil Hernandez @philforvirginia.bsky.social · May 5

This morning, 13NewsNow filmed a story about how I fought for (and got approved) $100k of state funding to help Titustown determine its eligibility to become a Historic District. It’s one of the oldest African American neighborhoods in Norfolk.

Story airs later this week, tune in!

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Delegate Phil Hernandez @philforvirginia.bsky.social · Apr 26

Norfolk LOVES the annual Taste of India event at Chartway arena. There’s amazing food, performances, vendors, & celebrated traditions. No wonder it draws thousands of visitors from all over our region. Many thanks to the organizers for putting on this wonderful event each year!

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Delegate Phil Hernandez @philforvirginia.bsky.social · Apr 24

Many thanks to all of the community members who attended the Norfolk Delegation town hall yesterday night. Public service is a team sport and I’m grateful to serve alongside truly outstanding colleagues.

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Delegate Phil Hernandez @philforvirginia.bsky.social · Apr 3

Thanks so much to @vplc.bsky.social for this tremendous honor — policy work is a team sport & I’ll always fight to lift up working class families.

Virginia Poverty Law Center @vplc.bsky.social · Apr 2

We're thrilled to honor @philforvirginia.bsky.social for championing economic justice in Virginia—tenant protections, tax reform, & the new Cash Now Act. Thank you for fighting for a more equitable future. #VALeg #VPLC

VPLC advocates with Delegate Phil Hernandez.

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Delegate Phil Hernandez @philforvirginia.bsky.social · Mar 25

I'm excited to see another piece of my affordability agenda become law!

HB 2029 will help localities deliver property tax relief to seniors & people with disabilities. This builds on legislation I passed in 2024 to help expand property tax relief to more Gold Star families.

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Delegate Phil Hernandez @philforvirginia.bsky.social · Mar 22

It was great to have the next Governor of Virginia, @abigailspanberger.com, in Norfolk yesterday evening!

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Delegate Phil Hernandez @philforvirginia.bsky.social · Mar 17

Fired up & ready to go! Filed my paperwork to run for reelection this November!

Thanks to all of the amazing and dedicated volunteers who helped me collect signatures to get on the ballot!

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